Summary:
The Kentfield Elementary district in Marin County consists of two high-performing schools, Anthony G. Bacich Elementary (grades K-4) and Adaline E. Kent Middle (grades 5-8), serving just over 1,000 students in a well-resourced community.
Both schools rank in the top 10% of California schools, with Adaline E. Kent Middle being particularly standout, performing in the 96th percentile statewide. Anthony G. Bacich Elementary is also exceptional, ranking in the 91st percentile. The district's students significantly outperform state averages in all subjects, often by 30 percentage points or more, and benefit from very low chronic absenteeism rates, which are about a quarter of the state average.
Comparing the two, the middle school maintains and even slightly improves upon the strong foundation from elementary school. It operates with a lower student-teacher ratio and higher per-student spending. Both schools show strong performance across grades, with notable strength in English and math, though science scores, while still high, present a relative opportunity for growth. The consistent excellence across the Kentfield Elementary district indicates a cohesive and effective educational program from kindergarten through eighth grade.
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